Dataset description

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Dataset Description

Overview

This project investigates how social capital influences household coping strategies (CSI) and livelihood coping strategies (LCSI) in Zimbabwe within the Takunda program over a year in February and August 2024 (Round 3 and Round 4).

Data Details

  • Sample size: Round 3 (n = 483), Round 4 (n = 280)
  • Study population: Households in food-insecure regions of Zimbabwe
  • Collection method: Structured in-person surveys
  • Confidentiality: Dataset is private and provided for internal academic analysis only

Key Variables

  • Social Capital Index (SCI): Bonding and bridging capital from internal/external help
  • Coping Strategy Index (CSI): Short-term food insecurity coping behavior
  • Livelihood Coping Strategy Index (LCSI): Long-term livelihood and asset coping behavior

Real-World Relevance

This dashboard illustrates the positive impact of social capital and resilience-building interventions on household food security. The findings can inform future program strategies for vulnerable communities in Zimbabwe and beyond.

GitHub Repository

Interactive visualizations

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Social Capital vs. Coping Strategy Index

Key Takeaways

  • Households with higher social capital tend to use fewer short-term coping strategies.
  • This pattern is visible in both survey rounds, with Round 4 showing overall lower Coping strageties scores, suggesting improved food security over time.

Household Coping Strategies Distribution

Key Takeaways

  • Both Coping Strategy index and Livelihood Coping Strategy index scores were lower in Round 4, suggesting reduced use of coping strategies.
  • The decrease in Livelihood Coping Strategy index was more pronounced, indicating potential long-term improvement in household resilience.